Iron Man 3. Mark 42 EVA foam build. Update: Finished painting page 3.

[Hoplitespear]

Re: Iron Man 3. Mark 42 EVA foam build. Update: First paint! 25-04-14

Hey guys,

Yes it has been a long time, this project has been on hold for a while but I found a new drive to continue and i finally started painting!

I descided to do 5 layers PVA 1 primer layer and 1 paint layer, and then as last a clear coat. And just go with this. Its my first build, my first cosplay ever and i just want it finished.

I tested the colors on the boots, i wanted the gold to be a bit more yellow, but overall i'm happy.

Updates will follow more frequently now, so cya all soon!

EDIT:

I just noticed i haven't posted my finished helm + lights yet. For those who wonder, yes the faceplate is glued shut, its to much of a hastle to make an opening faceplate in foam in my opinion. A moving faceplate will have to wait till i make a hard version. Battery pack at the back of my head next to an on off switch.
Also i used Xrobots way of doing the eyes, making it so you can see trough (in daylight that is) and still have 'lit up' eyes.

pics:

 

[Hoplitespear]

Re: Iron Man 3. Mark 42 EVA foam build. Update: First paint! 25-04-14

Hey guys,

Did work on the gloves today, They are a pain to do/ wear. But for a show or so i'll be handicapped no problem .

I still need to do a layer of red between the fingers to even the color on the inside more out.

pics:

 

[Hoplitespear]

Re: Iron Man 3. Mark 42 EVA foam build. Update: Helm painted 28-04-14

Hey guys, new paint update i did the helm today, and added black lines by hand I'am pretty psyched about the result.

 

[Hoplitespear]

Re: Iron Man 3. Mark 42 EVA foam build. Update: Helm painted: 28-04-14

Hey guys, Today i finished the chest painting, the masking is hell.

Hope you enjoy:
(The colors are not exactly correct, but the cost of the paint has made me keep these colors. I'm mainly focussing on just finishing this project, so i can focus on my next 'hard version' of a suit.)

Also these pictures are taken before I went in with a brush to touch up details.

 

[Hoplitespear]

Re: Iron Man 3. Mark 42 EVA foam build. Update: Chest painted: 06-06-14

Hey guys, quick update. I had allot to do so i took a small break.

I did a testfit real quick. I just need to paint the legs (drying atm) and the main parts are done. All that is missing are hip plates and hand plates left to do.

Enjoy:

-Hopli-

 

[Hoplitespear]

I got the main painting finished today!! yaaay!

High res: http://i.imgur.com/GN67eLU.jpg

Nobody is awake to help me do a suit up I'm afraid. But more pic's of finished suit and me wearing it will come soon. Just need to get some hip plates and hand plates. and give it all a clearcoat and i'll consider this project finished.

 

[regisaugusto]

Wonderful work, man!!!! A good proportion means everything!!!!! Congratulations for your care about this aspect!!!!!

 

[wibble6996]

high five dude.. that is excellent work..

 

[AleTetsui]

Friend was very cool :love


u have these files to the Mark 42 foam?

 

[Elderpred13]

That is very nice work, and a beautiful paint job.